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10-year 4-H members share their experiences in 4-H program / P12

Developers, neighborhood come to an agreement on Oak Park / P3

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4-H Fair preview: Food, fun, projects and animals / P13

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Westfield's Sarah McConkey with her borrowed llama, Sassy Lassie. McConkey is one of 90 10-year 4-H members preparing for their last fair. (Submitted photo)? (Submitted photo) Founded Jan. 29, 2008, at Westfield, IN Vol. VII, No. 30 Copyright 2013. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Westfield are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

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Oak Park plan gains consensus

By Robert Herrington robert@youarecurrent.com

On April 7, the Pedcor Invesments and Paul Estridge Group project for Oak Park was met with overwhelming objection from neighbors at the Westfield Advisory Plan Commission meeting. In the three months since then, the two sides have and come to a consensus for the 35.26acre project at 161st Street and Oak Road on July 7. “It boiled down that what was originally proposed did not meet the comprehensive plan or commitments because part of the zoning ordinance,” said Brian Touhy, attorney for Oak Park neighbors. “These commitments embody the agreement. We withdrawal our remonstrance and support By increasing lot sizes and making 48 commitments, Oak Park neighbors have the rezoning.” endorsed the 28-lot development of Pedcor Investments and the Paul Estridge Attorney Brian Bosma, Group. (Submitted rendering) who represented Pedcor, were collected by the developer. said the neighbors objections were the result of An architecture review committee will consist of three items: a second permanent entrance on Oak a representative from the HOA and developer and Road which will be used for construction traffic, an independent architect paid by the developer and larger lot sizes and having a voice in the appearance selected from a list by the HOA. of the homes to be built. “We were very concerned about it not being very “We refined the 35 acres to prove a second compatible and consistent,” neighbor Chris Braun entrance and significant increase in lot size,” he said. “There was a lot of heartfelt conversations and said. “We worked with neighbors to address their seven versions of commitments.” concerns.” Bosma said the developer will pay $5,000 per lot to The 28-lot development, which was originally the HOA – a total of $140,000 – and will have limited proposed as two lots larger, sought a change in voting rights in HOA matters. New pedestrian accesszoning from Agriculture Single Family 1 to Single es to common areas will be built to connect the existFamily 1. The original project was for a minimum of 22,000-square-feet lots. The lot size has increased to ing and new lots. Bosma said three common areas will be deeded to the HOA after the sale of 25 lots. 30,000 square feet or approximately 0.2 acres. “We built a consensus instead of contention,” Bosma said a permanent entrance off Oak Road Bosma said. will connect the neighborhood through the existing The Oak Park project was unanimously approved Oak Park Circle. It will be used as a construction entrance prior to being paved. Pedcor also is commit- by the APC and moves forward to the Westfield City Council for final consent. ted to repaying the HOA for errant back taxes that

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DISPATCHES Grand Park schedule – Upcoming events at Westfield’s sports campus this week include: July 15 and 17 – Indiana Fire Juniors Training – 6 to 7:30 p.m. at field No. 5 – Indiana Fire Juniors Training - ECNL U23 Women’s team. No admission charge for spectators. July 15-17 – Indiana Fire NPSL Training – 7 to 8:30 p.m. – Indiana Fire NPSL Mens U23 team training. July 19 and 20 – US Soccer National C License Course – all day event – Indiana Soccer is hosting the US Soccer National C License Course. Forty coaches from across the region will be participating in an upper level coaching course in the classroom and on the fields. No spectators are permitted. Achievement – Courtney Paisley of Westfield received a Bachelor of Arts from Emory University in Atlanta at its 169th commencement ceremony on May 12. Marissa Braun, a resident of Westfield, earned a Bachelor of Arts in communication studies during the May 2014 SMU Commencement ceremony. Beach Bash II – Hamilton County Parks and Recreation will host its second Beach Bash of the summer from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 16 at Morse Park & Beach, 19777 Morse Park Lane, Noblesville. Beaches, sunbathing and fun are the perfect combination for summertime. Activities include music, games and tons of fun in the sun. Admission is free but limited to the first 200 to arrive. For more information, call 770-4400 or visit www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com. Postponed – Because of the amount of rain early in the day on July 8, the Hamilton County Junior Golf Championships were postponed until July 15 at Forest Park Golf Course in Noblesville. Refunds for those entered that cannot attend will be processed through the park office at 776-6350. New hiring – A Hamilton County leader will head the Indiana School Boards Association. Hamilton Southeastern Schools Supt. Dr. Brian Smith announced he will resign to become the ISBA executive director. Smith will open the upcoming school year and remain with HSE through Sept. 1 as Smith the district searches for a new superintendent.

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Columnist Mike Redmond writes this week about the perils of panhandlers following four encounters he had in four days. “I’ve been Excuse Me Sir-ed so many times by people trying to wheedle money out of me that the reaction is now automatic. And it ain’t pretty,” he writes. To read more, visit www.currentinwestfield.com.

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The Westfield Athletic Booster Club would like to congratulate all Westfield High School student-athletes, coaches, faculty and fans on a successful Spring season..............GO ROCKS! Some of the outstanding team performances include:

BASEBALL • 2 HCC All Conference Players • 2 Honorable Mention HCC PlayersS • Strike out Cancer Charity Game

GOLF • IHSAA Regional Champions • IHSAA State Runner-up • Hamilton County Champions • Johnny Deck - state medalist at IHSAA State Golf Meet

SOFTBALL • 1 HCC All Conference Player • Kristen London broke Home Run Record with 6

GIRLS TRACK Records Broken School Records: • Karen Hubbard broke 100M with time of 12.43 seconds. • Natalie broke indoor long jump record with jump of 17’8.25” • The 4x100 relay of Karen Hubbard, Rebecca Pronschinske, Sarah Golliher, & Natalie Ravenell broke record with time of 49.09 seconds. Conference Record: • Karen Hubbard broke 100M with time of 12.44 seconds. Westfield Top 5 in School History: • Karen Hubbard 2nd best time in 200M (25.63) • Rebecca Pronschinske 4th best time in 200M (25.99) • Emily Robertson 5th best time in 100 Hurdles (17.19) • Natalie Ravenell 3rd best outdoor long jump (17’3.5”) • Jada Caldwell 5th best shot put (34’4”) • Natalie Ravenell 2nd best High Jump (5’4”) Invitational Wins: • Won the 2014 Noblesville Invite • Won the 2014 Zionsville Invite State Competitors: • Karen Hubbard • Rebecca Pronschinske • Natalie Ravenell • Sarah Golliher Service Projects: • Open Doors Food Drive & Cleaning Supply Drive • Indianapolis Historical Circus • Indianapolis Blanket Drive • Oak Trace Elementary Carnival

BOYS TRACK Indoor: • Finished 6th in the state • Qualified in 6 events • 4x800m relay finished 3rd in the state • Distance Medley Relay finished 5th in the state Outdoor: • 2 individual county champions • 1 individual sectional champion • Qualified 4 events for the Regional • Qualified 2 events for the state meet • 4 all-state athletes finished 6th in the state in the 4x800m relay • 2 Academic All-State athletes, 5 more Honorable Mentione

GIRLS TENNIS • #1 Singles freshman Laura Moore earned HCC All-Conference honors. Finishing 3rd at HCC conference tournament. • JV girls tennis team took 1st place at Lebanon Invite • Varsity team tied for 6th place at HCC conference tournament. • Girls tennis team raised $300 for the American Cancer Society during the SMASHCANCER tennis match with Cathedral. • Varsity girls tennis team finished 8-9 on the season

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A brick wall is no longer required to be built between the home stands on the west side of Riverview Health Stadium and U.S. 31. (CSO Architects rendering)

Brick wall not needed at stadium

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try to hide part of the stadium’s west side facing U.S. 31. He said the 12-foot fence surrounding the stadium may have meshing to provide more A unanimous ruling by the Westfield Board of privacy. Zoning Appeals in favor of Westfield Washing“You can’t hide the fact it is a stadium, the ton Schools will save the district $300,000 to lights on Friday night will give it away,” $500,000 on its development stadium project. he said. The WHS soccer field, which is On July 9, the adjacent to the football stadium and school district asked and received a will share a main entrance, was not variance from the U.S. 31 overlay which required to have the U.S. 31 overlay fais subject to façade building standards. çade requirements due to a hill behind Associate Planner Andrew Murray said the stadium. Verhoff said because of a all visible façades must be made of brick Verhoff Marathon pipeline behind the stadium a or 60 percent brick and Exterior Insulalarge hill is not an option. tion and Finish System. This potential wall would Jeff Olson of CSO Architects said the stadium run the length of the home stands on the west will have aluminum bleachers, a masonry elevaside of the stadium. tor and metal panels surrounding an LED sign “Admittedly, when the material list was esfacing U.S. 31. He said if the galvanized alumitablished, stadiums and grandstands were not num bleachers are an issue there is a colorful, contemplated at that time,” Murray said. cheaper option. Westfield Washington Schools’ officials ar“The backside of the bleachers could have a gued that the stadium is a structure and not a powder coating finish on the back and underbuilding. side,” he said. “It’s impractical to build a brick wall,” Verhoff The 5,500-seat community stadium plans said, adding that the freestanding wall would to break ground later this month. Bids for the require a change in bleacher designs so the project were approved at the July 1 school board seating is attached to provide support. “If we meeting. Verhoff said the lone remaining portion spend that kind of money I’d rather get some of the process is to close on its land sale of the kind of functionality out of it.” current stadium and adjacent land. Verhoff said an earth mound and trees will

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City named a ‘best town for families’ news@currentincarmel.com Westfield’s sense of community, affordable housing and high-quality schools earned it a place on Family Circle Magazine’s annual list of America’s best communiachievement ties to raise families. Out of 4,200 cities and towns, Family Circle staff narrowed it down to the top 10 which included Westfield. “I am so proud to call Westfield my home,” stated Mayor Andy Cook. “It’s an honor to be recognized as a great community to raise a family by a nationally known magazine, such as Family Circle. Although for me being the Mayor of Westfield, I already knew that. I believe in Westfield. I know what Westfield has to offer and I know where Westfield will be in the future. With projects such as Grand Junction, the downtown

revitalization project, and the success of Grand Park, Westfield will continue to be recognized as one of the best places to live.” Family Circle’s survey was based on communities with populations between 10,000 and 150,000 with median incomes between $55,000 and $100,000. This is the eighth year for the survey. “Housing is affordable, the schools are stellar, but it’s Westfield’s sense of community that folks love most about this town,” the magazine stated. “Westfield, known for its frame-worthy views and excellent schools, makes this year’s 10 Best Towns for Families list and is featured in the August 2014 issue of Family Circle, on newsstands (now) and online at www.familycircle. com/besttowns. Westfield was the only Indiana cities or towns to make the list.

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Several homeowners on Joliet Road and surrounding areas celebrated a victory after the Westfield Board of Zoning Appeals denied a special exception to allow a government kennel on the residence of 19606 Joliet Rd. “This is fairly clear-cut with conditions from the state,” BZA President Dan Degnan said, adding the proposal intrudes the enjoyment of other properties. The special exception requested by Jennifer Fodera was the result of an existing land use violation that was brought to the economic and community development department’s attention by neighbors. The department inspected the property on May 27 and met Fodera, who recently acquired the property and said they were operating an animal rescue, All About Dogs Rescue, Inc. Fodera said the rescue opened May 15 but the family did not move into the home until two weeks later because she said work had to be done inside the home. The nonprofit rescue is part of the 6.5 acres of Agriculture-Single Family Rural zoned property which includes a residence. Fodera said the property currently has 26 dogs on site. If approved, the rescue plans to build an $11,000 sound-insulated shelter to house up to 12 rescue dogs and six personal dogs. “(The pens) would be 50 feet in length, covered from weather and would prevent the dogs from seeing each other,” she said. “We feed 8 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 5 p.m. to not interfere with anyone.” According to senior planner Andrew Murray, the City of Westfield considers a kennel anyplace that has four or more dogs or small animals and

is only permitted as a special exception. “Against the rules is against the rules, regardless if there were complaints,” said Martin Raines, BZA member. The O’Malley family, who live across the street, have had issues selling their home because of the potential kennel and noise from barking dogs. “This noise is reducing the property value of the area,” Rhonda O’Malley said, adding offers have been retracted due to the kennel. “People can adopt dogs, just not across from our house,” Rhonda’s daughter, Morgan, said. More than a dozen neighbors spoke of their displeasure with the noise pollution coming from the residence. “I think we are all entitled to peaceful living at our homes and this is not peaceful living. It’s a residence not a commercial dog facility. I’m totally against it,” neighbor Clyde Reilly said. “I love dogs; however, we’ve been hearing a lot of barking one-third to a half-mile away. It carries big time,” Mark Hopper said. Myra Wilson said her husband works 10- to 12-hour days to and comes home to barking. “I find the rescue shelter a noble cause; however, I do not believe on Joliet Road is the right place for a rescue shelter. The barking is not just one or two or three dogs, it’s multiple highpitched stress-filled dogs,” she said. “Noise is the issue I think you’re going to hear that from everyone tonight,” Joseph Peyton said. “I want to know the town’s plan of action to enforce this. I’m concerned about the followthrough once the decision is made.” City officials said the petitioner has 30 days to appeal the decision. With the BZA denial the use of the property will be required to cease use as a kennel. Restaurant closing – Romano’s Macaroni Grill was a favorite spot among local diners looking to get a bite of Italian cuisine in an upscale setting. But the restaurant unexpectedly closed its doors July 7 at its prominent Carmel location at 116th Street and Keystone Parkway. Angela Hughes, the company’s director of marketing, said the company’s lease on the building simply expired and that it has no plans to return in another location. But diners who still fill the need to build their own pasta bowl can visit the company’s other location at 5720 W. 86th St., Indianapolis.

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A classroom in Zambia was built by a group of missionaries from Hamilton County including City of Westfield employee Scott Shepherd. (Submitted photo)

Mission trip fires change

Commentary by Scott Shepherd

Recently, city employee Scott Shepherd traveled to Zambia as part of a church mission trip. He shares what the group did, what he learned and how traveling to the African concity tinent changed him. Our church, Noblesville Baptist Church, got a new preacher about four years ago. He’s a younger guy and really pushed us to start doing mission trips to Honduras and Africa. This was the third trip our church had done to Zambia. There were eight people from our church who went, and we were there for 10 days. Our trip started from Washington, D.C., then to Germany, Ethiopia and finally to Zambia. With layovers and time changes, it was about 17 hours in flight. We stayed in the bush country basically, five miles from the nearest highway (or what they call the tarmac). At the tarmac, they have a little village set up with shops that sell food, beer and other household goods. They also have a lumber yard in that area, and we actually used the local lumber for our project. They don’t have the same kind of technology we do, so they would do a rough cut of the wood and it was just up to us to make it work. Luckily we had a bench top planer and table saw to help get more precise dimensions. I was excited about this trip because it was a construction-based trip and my background is in construction. The goal of our time there was to

build a classroom for the local community to use – mainly as a mission school. We remodeled an old barn that they had on the property. It wasn’t anything fancy – just a typical shed like we have here, with block construction, stucco and a steel roof. We were able to do a lot, including putting down 900 sq. ft. of tile, constructing a wood ceiling and bringing chairs into the classroom. Probably the biggest thing I learned is how good we have it here and don’t appreciate what we have. Or maybe vice versa, that some folks there have so little but appreciate what they do have so much more. There were some people that would carry a 12-volt battery six or seven miles into town so they could bring it back to their hut so they could watch TV or listen to the radio. And the roads were not in great shape. We met a preacher and his wife who would ride two hours one way on a four-wheeler through the bush country just so they could get to church where they worked. It’s pretty neat to know that you’ve built something people are using on the other side of the world. I’d like to go back and see them utilizing the school and also to help with an orphanage site they have. I’d like to see what we did stand up to the test of time and use.

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come in contact very rarely in life that makes everyone around him better. He has a servant’s attitude and respect that allows him to be a Westfield High School Class of 2014 graduate great leader in the future in our society,” said Mitchell Turley has been named the National Eric Rauch, WHS AP Biology teacher. Football Foundation’s State of Indiana ScholarTurley was valedictorian of his Athlete of the achievement Year for 2013-14, senior class of 469 with a 4.52 grade point average, never receiving anything making him the other than A’s through all his years of second recipient of this annual award schooling. He scored 1,460 points on the that is sponsored primarily by AdvoCare verbal and math portions of the SAT and distributors Andy and Mandy Hosier of will attend MIT to major in biomedical Westfield. engineering. Presentation of a trophy and scholarTurley Athletically, Turley was a standout ship check will take place July 17 as part linebacker for the Shamrock football team, which of the Indiana Football Coaches Association’s finished as state runner-up in Class 5A, and was North-South All-Star Game Banquet, at Primo’s a four-year letterwinner, two-year captain and South in Indianapolis where Turley will be introAll-American player for the Westfield lacrosse duced as one of four finalists for the award. team. He plans to play both sports at MIT. WHS Coach Jake Gilbert will lead the South “Continuing my academics is first in my priteam which includes fellow Shamrocks Nick Ferorities, but I also get to do two things I love,” rer and Zane Burtron. “Despite all of his success, Mitch has remained Turley said. “I really feel blessed. I’ve been gifted grounded and committed to his priorities,” Gilbert with the skills and talents on the academic side and the athletic ability to play not one but two said. “I couldn’t be prouder of what Mitch has sports.” accomplished at Westfield. It’s been an honor to Turley will be eligible for the national scholarteach and coach him.” athlete program also includes the selection of Turley was selected by a panel of judges five Regional Scholar-Athletes of the Year, all of representing the four active NFF chapters in the whom will advance to be honored at the NFF’s state. The “competition” was based 40 percent annual Awards Luncheon and Dinner in Decemon academics, 40 percent on athletics and 20 ber at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York percent on citizenship, leadership and character. City. “Mitch is one of those special people that you

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Volunteers needed for county race By Terri Spilman • news@currentinwestfield.com Are you a game show fan with a sense of adventure? If so, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is in need of 100 such volunteers to assist with the upcoming Race event Across Hamilton County taking place on Aug. 23 at four different park sites that include MacGregor Park in Westfield and Founders Park in Carmel. Inspired by the long-running reality game show The Amazing Race, Race Across Hamilton County pits 60 teams of two contestants against one another in a competition to complete an assortment of various physical and mental challenges for prizes. The event, which takes a year to plan, is no small feat as it is a joint effort between the parks departments of Fishers, Hamilton County, Noblesville, Washington Township, Carmel, Cicero and Westfield. Contestant slots were filled within 24 hours of registration in early April, many by past volunteers for the event which is now in its third year. According to organizers, volunteers are guaranteed to have just as much fun as the competitors because they are an integral part of the action. “Race Across Hamilton County is one of the most fun things we do all year,” said Amanda Jackson, Special Events Coordinator with Westfield Parks and Recreation.

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Westfield’s Jim and Stephanie Yott were among the 28 organizations and charities that recently received grants from First Lady Karen Pence. Philanthropy The inaugural grants were part of the Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation, where Pence awarded $22,000 to organizations that serve Hoosier families and children across the state. The Yotts represented the Emily Yott Foundation. “The Emily Yott Foundation is one of those organizations that is doing great work for our Hoosier children and families, From left: Stephanie and Jim Yott of Westfield receive a $1,000 grant from First Lady Karen Pence at the Governor’s and it is an honor to recognize them,” residence. (Submitted photo) Pence stated. Emily Yott was diagnosed with leukemia “We hope to double that in 2014,” she said. “We shortly after her first birthday in 2006. Despite really are passionate about helping these famiall efforts, after 14 months of intense treatment, lies in crisis.” including a stem cell transplant at Riley Hospital Pence started Indiana First Lady’s Charitable for Children in Indianapolis, Emily passed away Foundation in August as a way to recognize on May 1, 2007 at age 2. organizations and charities across the state. The foundation’s mission is “to give to the chil- In April, the foundation awarded its first major dren and their families that are forced to travel grant of $100,000 to the Art Therapy Program at the journey of childhood cancer.” Riley Hospital for Children. Throughout the year, it “On behalf of our organization and the families will recognize organizations with smaller grants. that receive the benefits from donations like this “These grants are a first step toward making to our foundation, we are humbled and so very a big impact in recognizing these deserving orgathankful to have received this grant from the nizations. We hope it can help give them a boost Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation. Every and bring more interest to their causes,” Pence penny will go towards providing assistance for stated. “These organizations are the backbone families in need,” Stephanie said. and the heart of our communities. The Emily Yott The foundation is in its seventh year and Foundation represents the very best of what it continues to evolve. In 2013, Stephanie said they means to be a Hoosier, and we thank them for provided $15,000 in assistance. their service.”

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4-H FAIR

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10-year members share their experiences in 4-H program By Navar Watson • news@currentinwestfield.com

Sarah McConkey Showing llamas at the Hamilton County 4-H fair “just sort of stuck” with Westfield resident Sarah McConkey after she tried it for the first time in third grade. cover story Now, she’s celebrating her 10th year doing it. The llama project is one of few 4-H programs where the participant does not have to own the animal, she said. This allowed her and many others to borrow the llamas from Shagbark Ridge Llamas in Noblesville. McConkey “I was excited to get a chance to work with [farm animals] since I don’t technically live on a farm myself,” McConkey said. She likes interacting with llamas especially because they each have their own personality. “They’re sort of like people,” she said. “After working with a few for a while, you can sort of start reading their emotions. It’s fun to figure out how smart they are and how well you can train them.” The llama she is showing this year is named Sassy Lassie. Despite the name, she’s “really sweet, as far as llamas go.” McConkey cited club leader Marilyn Nenni, who runs Shagbark Ridge Llamas, as a big help and inspiration. The biggest lesson McConkey learned in her ten years was that “hard work brings good rewards,” she said. “If you work to know someone or some animal, like llamas, you can end up being friends for life.”

Sarah McConkey shows a llama in her first year of 4-H, back in 2004. (Submitted photo)

McConkey said she’ll miss her friendships the most as she transitions out of 4-H, as well as the many days spent on the Nenni’s farm with llamas. This year, McConkey said she will try just as hard as any year at improving and being the best she can be in her craft. She hopes to set an example for the younger children in the program. McConkey plans to study biology at Ball State University in the fall.

Riley Hutson Westfield’s Riley Hutson will be celebrating his 10th year at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair this summer, getting to show his pigs one last time before college. “It’s the one week of the year that I can feel like a farmer,” Hutson said. This year, Hutson will be showing two pigs, a duroc pig named Eeyore and a crossbreed named Piglet. Hutson has participated in the swine project since his first year. Purchasing the pigs from a family friend every year, Hutson raises them from late April or early May up until the time of the fair. He receives guidance and support from his mother, a former 10-year member, and his grandfather, who once raised pigs. Hutson particularly likes pigs because they “are a lot like dogs.” “(They) pant like a dog and run up to you, and eventually they get to know you,” he said. “They end up feeling like a pet after the few months that you have them.” Hutson said he looks forward to seeing his cousins’ projects at 4-H this year. He hopes to help train them in showmanship techniques. To him, showmanship took a lot of getting used to. During Hutson’s first year in 4-H, his pig got excited and ran between his legs during the show. Hutson, only 9 years old, was lifted off the ground, riding the pig as it ran around, generating laughs from the audience. Regardless, this incident didn’t prevent him from showing pigs for next nine consecutive years.

Riley Hutson has been showing swine since his first year and will show a duroc pig and a crossbreed at the Swine Show on July 19. (Submitted photo)

After finishing 4-H, Hutson said he will really miss that “kind of attachment” a pig has with its owner, especially since he does not plan on raising pigs in the future. “Not doing this is kind of like almost losing a pet,” he said. Hutson plans to attend Indiana University in the fall, majoring in medical physics and modern business. He hopes to pursue a career in radiology.

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July 15, 2014

4-H FAIR

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com The fun begins Thursday as the 2014 Hamilton County 4-H Fair officially opens to the public and runs through July 22.. As the days click away prior to the start, 4-H projects are event being judged and displayed inside various buildings and the approximate 1,700 livestock animals that will call the 4-H fairgrounds home for the next few days will move in Wednesday. There is no charge for admission or parking at the 4-H Fair, and most activities are provided free of charge. Hamilton County 4-H Youth Development Leader Kathleen Bohde said projects from the 2,000 4-H’ers will be on display to the community – showcasBohde ing the work and knowledge gained by participants. “I see the fair is like the final exam,” Bohde said. “The fair is a way the 4-H’ers get to showcase what they’ve accomplished throughout the year. It’s also an opportunity for the public to learn about the projects. The kids love to share the information – these are experts on the projects.” Hamilton County has added one new project this year – creative writing. Bohde said the project has more than 90 4-H’ers participating. “That is huge for a first-year project. We thought 10 to 15 would be a success for a pilot year to get our feet wet,” she said, adding the projects includes a variety of writing styles including short story, poetry, comic book, microfiction (50 words or less) and children’s story. “There was a demand to give youth an opportunity to expand their writing skills.” Hamilton County Purdue Extension officials estimate between 15,000 and 20,000 people will attend this year’s fair. Because the fair does not charge admission, officials say they have no way of knowing the exact attendance at each year. “Weather affects attendance the most – if it is extremely hot or stormy,” said Hamilton County Purdue Extension Director Susan Peterson. “We get a great Peterson feel where our attendance is based on food sales and trash. We have the same

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Hamilton County officials estimate that 15,000 to 20,000 people attend the annual 4-H Fair. The number is weather dependent; too hot or stormy and numbers are down. (File photo)

food vendors who keep accurate records and can tell us year-to-year where we are at.” Special events for the 2014 4-H Fair include puppet shows (noon and 2 p.m. July 19), Ballerina’s Academy of Dance (1 p.m. July 18), Demolition Derby (6 p.m. July 20), Street Dance (8 p.m. July 21) and a blood drive sponsored by the Hamilton County 4-H Council and the Indiana Blood Center (3 to 7 p.m. July 18). Blood drive participants will receive special discounts for fair food. Live music will be provided by Cooke and Belle (7 p.m. July 18), Rusty Bladen (6:30 and 8:15 p.m.) and Jeremy Morris & Harvest Road Band (2 p.m. July 20). A cake reception to honor the 100th anniversary of President Woodrow Wilson establishing extension nationwide will be held at 6:30 p.m. July 17 in the Exhibition Center. Peterson said historical items and photos from Hamilton County will be on display at the celebration. The fair isn’t just for 4-H’ers. In addition to the food, animals, projects and various events, the community has several opportunities to showcase their talents. Open events for the public to participate include the Pet Parade, homemade ice cream contest, ice cream eating contest, youth talent contest, youth and adult tractor pulls and the Farmer Olympics. “In my 25 fairs, one of the things we hear annually is it is such a positive atmosphere for families of all ages. It’s the promotion of the family,” Peterson said. “It’s really not about a ribbon

IBC to host blood drive at fair - Fairgoers can give blood during their visit to the Hamilton County 4-H Fair on Friday, July 18. The Indiana Blood Center’s Mobile Unit will be open from 3 to 7 p.m. north of the Swine Barn. Donors will receive a voucher for a free milkshake courtesy of Hamilton County Farm Bureau, Inc. and a ticket to upgrade a meal in the Hamilton County Producers Tent to use any time during the 2014 4-H Fair, along with other incentives provided by the Indiana Blood Center. IBC is the agency through which lifesaving blood and blood components are supplied to over 60 member hospitals throughout central and southern Indiana. IBC provides vital assistance to modern medicine through other related services including specialized blood typing for organ transplants, viral marker testing, tissue banks and the National Marrow Donor Program.

Help 4-H’ers feed the hungry - Hamilton County residents can join the Hamilton County 4-H Program and Good Samaritan Network in the 10th annual “4-H CAN Make a Difference” food drive in conjunction with the Hamilton County 4-H Fair. The public is encouraged to bring nonperishable food items such as canned soup, vegetables, beans, peanut butter, pasta, cereal/oatmeal, powdered milk, and rice to the fair. The food banks strive to acquire nutritious food for low-income families and individuals in our community. Drop off items in Exhibition Center Hall B during the 4-H Fair July 17 through 22.

they get – it’s fun and exciting, but it’s about the project, goat or pig that they are proud of what they brought to the fair.” Peterson said like last year, swine will move-in on July 18 and non-auction animals will leave on July 20. The decision was a proactive one to prevent the potential of swine flu or other diseases from spreading. “The incubation time is shorter,” she said. “It’s a precautionary move which was viewed very positively last year by the state board of health.”

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THURSDAY, JULY 17 4-H Fair Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Exhibit Buildings Open: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 9 a.m. – 4-H Bucket Calf Show in the Show Arena. 9 a.m. – Sheep weigh-in in the Sheep Barn. 9:30 a.m. – Llama Pack Obstacle Class in the Llama Barn. 10 a.m. – Kitchen Invention Showdown in Exhibition Center Hall A. 10 a.m. – 4-H Poultry Showmanship in Small Animal Barn. 4-H Poultry judging will begin immediately following Showmanship. 10 a.m. – Open judging of Crops (small grains, 10 a.m.; soybeans, 10:30 a.m.; corn, 11:30 a.m.; and hay, 12:30 p.m.) at Crops Tent, south of Swine Barn. 10 a.m. to noon – Extension Homemakers’ Flower Show exhibits check-in in Exhibition Center Hall B. 10:30 a.m. – 4-H Dairy Show in Show Arena. Heifers will be shown first, followed by steers. 2 p.m. – Horse & Pony English Show in the Horse Arena. 1 p.m. – Pygmy Goat Show in the Show Arena. 4 p.m. – Beef Quiz Bowl in Exhibition Center Hall A. 4 to 9 p.m. – Extension Homemakers’ Flower Show open for viewing in Exhibition Center Hall B. 6 to 8 p.m. – Indiana Pacers Fan Van.

6 p.m. – Llama PR Obstacle Class in the Llama Barn. 6 p.m. – 4-H Rabbit Ambassador Contest in the Small Animal Barn. 7 p.m. – 4-H Clogging Exhibition in Exhibition Center Hall A. FRIDAY, JULY 18 4-H Fair Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Exhibit Buildings Open: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. – 4-H Livestock Auction entries accepted in 4-H Fair Office. 8:30 a.m. – 4-H Beef Grooming Contest in Show Arena. 8:30 a.m. – 4-H Rabbit Show in Rabbit Tent. 9 a.m. – 4-H Chicken Barbecue, northeast of Exhibition Center. 9:30 a.m. – 4-H Aquatic Science judging in Exhibition Center. 10 a.m. – Horse & Pony Western Show in the Horse Arena. 10 a.m. – Llama youth judging class in Llama Barn. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Extension Homemakers’ Flower Show in Exhibition Center Hall B. 1 p.m. – Walk-A-Llama (open to public) in Llama Barn. 1 p.m. – Sheep Fitting Contest in Show Arena. 3 p.m. – 4-H Dairy Goat Show in Show Arena. 5 p.m. – Llama Costume Contest in the Llama Barn. 6 p.m. – 4-H Meat Goat Show in Show Arena. 6 p.m. – 4-H Beef Barbecue Contest at Rabbit Tent.

display in Exhibition Center. 2 p.m. – Llama Field Obstacle in Llama Barn. 2 p.m. – Puppet show northwest of Exhibition Center. 4 p.m. – 4-H Action Demonstration Contest in Exhibition Center Hall C. 6 p.m. – Horse and Pony Contesting Show in the Horse Arena. 6:15 p.m. – Rusty Bladen Concert northwest of Exhibition Center. 5 p.m. – 4-H Cat Show in Exhibition Center. 6 p.m. – Open Ice Cream Eating Contest at Rabbit Tent. 6:30 p.m. – Open Homemade Ice Cream Contest at Rabbit Tent. 7 p.m. – Youth Swine Exhibition in Show Arena. 8:15 p.m. – Rusty Bladen Concert northwest of Exhibition Center. SUNDAY, JULY 20 4-H Fair Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Exhibit Buildings Open: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. – 4-H Sheep Wool Open Judging in Show Arena. 10 a.m. – Community worship service by Victory Chapel Com6 p.m. – 4-H Dog Drill Team deming Revue finishes. munity Church in Rabbit Tent. onstration east of Show Arena. 8 p.m. – Walk-A-Llama (open to 10 a.m. – 4-H Horse and Pony 6 p.m. – Leaping Llama Exhibipublic) in Llama Barn. Hunter Show in Horse Arena. tion in Llama Barn. SATURDAY, JULY 19 Horse and Pony Jumper will 7 p.m. – Cooke and Belle concert 4-H Fair Office Hours: 8 a.m. to begin 30 minutes after show. northwest of Exhibition Center. 10:30 p.m. 10 a.m. – 4-H Sheep Show in 7 p.m. – 4-H Consumer Clothing Exhibit Buildings Open: 10 a.m. to Show Arena. Revue in Exhibition Center. 9:30 p.m. Noon – 4-H Pocket Pet Show in 7:45 p.m. – 4-H Sewing Fashion 8 a.m. – 4-H Swine Show in Exhibition Center. All Pocket Pets Revue in Exhibition Center. FashShow Arena. must leave the 4-H Grounds imion Revue will begin after Cloth8 a.m. – Horse & Pony Dressage mediately following judging. in the Horse Arena. Noon to 6 p.m. – Extension 8:30 a.m. – 4-H Public Speaking Homemakers’ Food and Craft in Exhibition Center Hall A. Show and Mini 4-H Projects on 8:30 a.m. – 4-H Llama Showmandisplay in Exhibition Center. ship in Llama Barn. 1 p.m. – Lawn and Garden Trac11 a.m. – 4-H Demonstration in tor Contest, east of Show Arena. Exhibition Center Hall A. 1 p.m. – Walk-A-Llama Games 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. – Mini 4-H and Activities (open to public) in Projects on display in Exhibition Llama Barn. Center. 2 p.m. – Youth Pedal Tractor Pull Noon – Deadline for Livestock at Rabbit Tent. Auction entries, action demon2 p.m. – Jeremy Morris & Harvest stration registration and talent Road Band concert northwest of show registration for both junior Exhibition Center. and senior divisions. 2:30 p.m. – Parents’ Llama Show 1 p.m. – Antique Tractor Pull at in Llama Barn. Tractor Pull Strip. 3:30 p.m. – Adult Pedal Tractor Noon – Puppet show northwest of Pull at Rabbit Tent. Exhibition Center. 4:30 p.m. – Antique Tractor Pa2 to 9 p.m. – Extension Homerade in Tractor Pull Strip. makers’ Food and Craft Show on 5 to 7 p.m. – Food and Micro-

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wave Champion Auction in Exhibition Center. 6 p.m. – Pet Parade at Rabbit Tent. All pets must leave the 4-H Grounds immediately following the parade and owners must bring proof of current rabies vaccination. 6 p.m. – Demolition Derby in Tractor Pull Strip. There will be a cost for admission. 7 to 9 p.m. – Do-Si-Squares in Exhibition Center. 7 to 10 p.m. – Swine Check-out for all swine not going to Livestock Auction. 7:30 p.m. – Farmer Olympics in Horse Arena. MONDAY, JULY 21 4-H Fair Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Exhibit Buildings Open: 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 9 a.m. – 4-H Beef Show in Show Arena. 9:30 a.m. – 4-H 1/16th Tractor Pull in Rabbit Tent. 10 a.m. – 4-H Horse and Pony Versatility Show in Horse Arena. 1 p.m. – Korsen Fire Protection east of Show Arena. 2 to 4 p.m. – Hamilton County Talent Contest (Junior Division) in Exhibition Center. 3 p.m. – Royal Showmanship in Show Arena. 3:30 p.m. – 4-H Rocket Launch, south of Tractor Pull Strip. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Hamilton County Talent Contest (Senior Division) in Exhibition Center. 7 p.m. – Supreme Showmanship in Show Arena. 8 p.m. – Street Dance northwest of Exhibition Center. TUESDAY, JULY 22 4-H Fair Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. 7 a.m. to noon – Non-sale livestock check-out in animal buildings. 9 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. – Mini 4-H and 4-H projects released. State Fair Livestock and Nonlivestock information available in Exhibition Center Hall B. 4 p.m. – Joint Producers’ Barbecue 5:30 p.m. – Livestock Auction in the Show Arena. WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 9 a.m. – Clean-up at the Hamilton County 4-H Grounds.

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4-H FAIR

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com The Hamilton County 4-H Fair will be a little greener this year – literally – as residents are invited to participate in the inaugural one-mile “Color Me Green” Fun Run on diversion July 21. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. in front of the commercial tent and the onemile run will start at 11:30 a.m. Cost to participate is $10. Proceeds from the event will go to the Hamilton County 4-H Scholarship Fund. “It’s just about fun and getting families active together. It celebrates the 4-H Fair and having a healthy lifestyle,” Hamilton County 4-H Youth Development Leader Kathleen Bohde said. Color Me Green is a Purdue Extension/Indiana 4-H Youth Development-sponsored color Bohde run being held across Indiana between March and July. As in other color runs that have become popular across the country, runners will be showered with colored powder at various stations along the run. Bohde said the Color Me Green will be using green dyes for the event. “One of the mission areas is healthy living. We have a lot of projects around health,” Bohde said.

“The one-mile course is around the fairgrounds. It will all be on our 14 acres in the grassy area.” The race is untimed and has no winners or prizes so participants can run or walk the course. “It’s just for fun,” Bohde said. “You can do up to three laps if you enjoy running.” Registration can be done the day of the event or online at www.extension.purdue.edu/hamilton. Bohde said the first 50 registered participants will receive either a T-shirt or sunglasses. White shirts and eyewear are suggested for participants. “Volunteers and 4-H’ers will be throwing color. There will be a slip-and-slide area and misting station,” she said. “White T-shirts show the color the best.” Volunteers will also be collecting canned goods during registration. All goods collected will be donated to a local food pantry.

Pet parade

Youth and their pets can explore their creativity by dressing in costumes to participate in the Hamilton County 4-H Pet Parade on Sunday, July 20. The Pet Parade will be held at 6 p.m. in the Rabbit Tent at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. Participants must be 2 to 8 years old and accompanied by their favorite pet. Awards will be given to the most creative participants. Participants are to report to the Rabbit Tent at 5:30 p.m. for registration. Proof of current rabies vaccinations must be provided at time of registration. Immediately following the event, all Pet Parade pets must leave the 4-H Fairgrounds.

Youth talent contest – Hamilton County youth can showcase their talent by signing up to participate in the Hamilton County Talent Contest on July 21 during the Hamilton County 4-H Fair. The contest will be held in Exhibition Center Hall A at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. There will be a junior contest for ages 12 and younger beginning at 2 p.m. The senior contest for ages 13 through 21 will begin at 4:30 p.m. Applications are due to the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office by noon July 19. Space is limited. Winners of each category will advance to the youth talent contest at the Indiana State Fair. To download an application, visit www.extension. purdue.edu\hamilton.

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The annual ice cream events at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair has changed dates, times and added a new contest this year. The Homemade Ice Cream Contest food will be held at 6:30 p.m. July 19 in the Rabbit Tent on the north side of the Small Animal Barn. The contest is open to all Hamilton County residents. Each team of two to four people will have 40 minutes to make their favorite ice cream recipe. Prizes will be in youth and adult categories for electric freezer and hand crank freezer. Participants using recipes with eggs must use cooked eggs, egg substitutes or powdered eggs (or recipes without eggs). Teams must furnish their own supplies and register in the 4-H Office by 10 a.m. July 18. Hamilton County 4-H Program Assistant Lisa Hanni said electric categories will be brought in this year instead of being made on site like the hand crank ones. “It’ll be in a better form to be presented to the judges,” Hanni said. If your family doesn’t make their own ice cream but still loves to eat it, sign up to participate in the inaugural Ice Cream Eating Contest on Saturday, July 19. The contest will be held prior to the Homemade Ice Cream Contest at 6 p.m. “(4-H adult volunteer) Wendy Tidd saw it someplace else and thought it’d be cool to bring it our fair,” Hanni said. Registration forms for the Ice Cream Eating

Dotty and Chuck McMillian competed in their 25th Homemade Ice Cream Contest at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair last year. (File photo)

Contest are due in the Extension Office by noon July 19. Hanne said there will be three divisions: 9 and younger, 10 to 19 and 20 and older. A drawing will take place from the registration forms and 10 names from each division will be chosen to participate. “Contestants have six minutes to eat as much as ice cream as they can,” Hanni said. “Prizes will be given for both contests.” For more information or a registration form on either event, visit www.extension.purdue.edu/ hamilton or contact the Purdue Extension Hamilton County Office at 776-0854.

Extension Homemakers sponsor open food and craft show - The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring an open Food & Craft Show during the 2014 Hamilton County 4-H Fair. The contest is open to any Hamilton County resident or Hamilton County Extension Homemaker over the age of 18. Entries are submitted for closed judging on Saturday, July 19 at the 4-H Fairgrounds. Entries will be on display July 19 and 20. Food divisions include breads, cakes, cookies, pies, convenience foods, preservation and homemade candy. Craft divisions include needlecraft, quilt and sewing by hand or machine, creative ideas, painting and drawing, scrapbooking, photography and craftsman. To obtain a complete list of guidelines, divisions and classes, visit the Purdue Extension Hamilton County Office or call 776-0854. Entry forms are available online at www.extension.purdue.edu/counties/hamilton or you may register from 8:15 to 9:45 a.m. on July 19 at the 4-H Fair. An entry fee of $1 per item is payable at time of entry. The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers are made up of more than 200 volunteers committed to strengthening the homes of Hamilton County. For more information, visit www.ag.purdue.edu/counties/ hamilton. For more previews and information about the 2014 Hamilton County 4-H Fair, visit www.currentinwestfield.com.

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Let the twin towers rise (minus taxes) Westfield City Council was to have voted July 14 on the Westfield Towers, a form of public art rising high over the east and west sides of U.S. 31 and Ind. 32. Regardless of how that vote turned out, we agree with a contractor’s assessment that “Westfield doesn’t have a lot of historic structures, but there is a mix of various styles, materials, et cetera, that contribute to a historic material palette. These include brick, limestone, granite and lap siding.” It also notes that our community is “growing quickly both in population as well as from a new business standpoint.” Its design statement called for the combining of historic charm with a welcoming message “that Westfield is transforming with and engaging the future.” We believe it is proper to erect an unforgettable, iconic entry to our city that will impress beyond compare in this region – as long as it is accomplished without raising taxes. So, if the council didn’t approve the towers’ installation with existing funds, we’ll be hoping for another attempt. Public art, in our opinion, regardless of shape and size, makes a statement now and forever. This would allow Westfield to distinguish itself. (For information on the council meeting, visit www.currentinwestfield.com). ••• We were proud to be a sponsor again for Westfield Rocks the 4th, and it was, indeed, bigger and better than ever. We can only imagine what 2015 holds. The festival is on quite a roll. You can make it even more magnetic by becoming a volunteer. In order to do so, or to get more information about helping out, visit westfield.in.gov and navigate to the section for Westfield Rocks the 4th volunteers. You’ll need to complete a form, but you’ll only have to do it once. Becoming involved in any community pursuit is rife with rewards that are personal and community-oriented. We urge your consideration. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

Reunited and it feels so good Commentary by Terry Anker Growing up in rural Indiana, I was fortunate to attend the largest of the several high schools in the surrounding area. Still, it left my graduating class at about 180 kids or so. It seems kind of quaint today with increasing density and urbanization leading to annual matriculation numbers in the many hundreds. But many around the county found themselves part of considerably smaller groups. 75 or 80 per graduating class were not uncommon. Sometimes, the classes were even smaller. The debate in our fine state about the optimal size for a high school, or even a school corporation, may continue as it has uninterrupted for decades. Over the years, this column has addressed issues related to access to higher level coursework in countryside secondary schools and the costs associated with maintaining individual buildings, gymnasiums and transportation services for each discrete community. Yet like most of us, I remember my high school years with a

sense of some nostalgia. Sure, there were those moments of teen angst that left me imagining myself a character from “The Breakfast Club.” All in all, I look back on those times fondly and enjoy seeing my former classmates. This year commemorates a significant anniversary of our class’s completion. The plans were set and the invitations delivered. Unfortunately, news came this week that pathetic responses have reduced the scope of the event. It turns out that many folks have moved on, moved out and are not moved to come back. While many others run from seeking a connection with old friends. Can we all walk the same path and yet end up in such different places? Can rose-colored glasses filter out the good memories for a few and the bad memories for others? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.

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Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In New York while riding in an elevator, one must talk to no one, and fold his hands while looking toward the door.

The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one.

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I have just had a small taste of the apocalypse, my friends, and I can say with some degree of confidence, the flavor humor leaves much to be desired. Months ago my husband Doo and I planned a vacation to his family’s lake house in northern Indiana. To help minimize the need for parental involvement, each of our four kids were allowed to invite one friend. Then Doo learned he had to work, so he was out, as was our oldest when his friend also needed to cancel. That left me with six children for four glorious days at a 100-year-old cottage with no competent boat driver. Good times! The first day went alright, though I may have, sort of, accidentally crashed the aforementioned boat into the pier before I realized it was just too choppy to be on the water. Oopsy. That night, however, all hell broke loose. I awoke around midnight to gale-force winds and tornado sirens, followed quickly by a power outage and the realization that my twins had just turned 13. Coincidence? I think not. Displaying unusual cool-headedness though, I herded short ones downstairs and away from the wall of lake-facing windows, found and distributed flashlights, and calmly wished my new teenagers a happy birthday. After an hour of Pop Tarts and Nintendo-DS playing, we all headed back to bed, confident we’d have electricity by morning. No dice. On my bike ride (the triathlon is looming!), I found tree branches and power lines down about a half-mile from the house in both directions, with nary a utility truck in sight. Ah well. Amish Day would just be arriving early this week. Only, Amish Day was soon pluralized, and the full extent of not having electricity began to take its toll. In addition to the obvious side effects of a power outage – no television for World Cup action, no way to charge cell phones and DS’s, no refrigeration for recently purchased high-quality frozen custard, and no high-octane coffee to assuage my caffeine addiction – we also had to contend with the unforeseen consequences, namely what happens when the water stops running. So here’s an LSAT question for you: If seven individuals must utilize only four toilets and each commode can only be flushed once until power is restored, how long before the noxious fumes and general nastiness force the occupants to cut their vacay short and head home? As it turns out, about 36 hours. That’s all we lasted, folks. Not even two days! In the event of the real apocalypse, it won’t be the zombies that do me in (I have teenagers, after all) but the lack of working and hygienic bathroom facilities. Peace out.

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Call for an update Commentary by Dick Wolfsie According to a national research firm, most people over 75 do not own a cell phone. This is in contrast to the millennials who humor admit that the first thing they do in the morning and the last thing they do each night is check their mobile phone. It must be nice to have a strong bladder. To increase sales, cell phone companies are targeting the older demographic. Here’s a sales call that might take place between an account rep (AR) and somebody’s grandmother (SG): AR: Hello, I’m calling to see if we can interest you in a new mobile phone. How has your present phone been working out for you? SG: For 75 years, I’ve dialed and someone answered. If it rang, I answered it. Can you improve on that? AR: We’d like to introduce you to something different. It’s called a smart phone. SG: Are you there? You keep cutting out. What’s so smart about your phone? AR: You can carry it with you, at all times. SG: It must have a very long cord. What if I go shopping? AR: That’s the beauty of it – no cord. SG: No cord? You could lose a phone that way. AR: If you misplace it at home, you can call your cell phone with your other phone and you will hear it ring. SG: Wait a second, you want me to buy your

phone, but still keep my phone so I can use it to find your phone? This is not a great marketing plan. Where does the power come from to run the phone? AR: The phone has a battery and you have to plug it into the wall to recharge it. SG: Wait, I thought you didn’t need a cord. Hello, are you there? I keep losing you. AR: Sorry…the battery for the phone has to be charged or the device won’t work. SG: Okay. What else can it do? AR: You can just pick up the phone and say something like: “Siri, call my grandson.” SG: Well, my grandson has one of your phones. Haven’t heard from him in a week. AR: Don’t you see? You don’t have to dial. Just say the number or person you want to call. SG: Had one of those phones out in the country when I was a kid. ‘Elsie,’ I’d say, ‘get me 5555555.’ In a flash, my best friend was on the other end. Joe, I’m still not hearing you very well. SG: What brand is your phone? AR: We call it an iPhone. SG: What does the ‘i’ stand for? AR: Uh, I’m not sure. No one has ever asked me that before. I feel like an idiot.

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Carmel graduate leads festival for fellow film lovers By Jospeh Knoop • joseph@currentincarmel.com Carmel graduate Craig Mince is looking forward to another successful year for the Indianapolis International Film Festival, now in his fourth year directing the event. movies Mince has also directed the Indianapolis IMAX Theater since 2009, and he said growing up in Carmel served as one launching point for his love of film. The original Carmel Theatre, Mince closed and razed in 1984, was where Mince first saw films like "Raiders of the Lost Ark", helping to spark a fascination with the medium. “I remember going to that theater all the time,” Mince said. “That’s where the whole ‘film as an experience’ thing took off and kind of where my love for movies started.” With Carmel’s relatively recent move into hosting arts events and incubating arts businesses, it’s been interesting to see the parallel between Mince’s life and his city’s fascination with art, Mince said. Mince became involved in the Indianapolis International Film Festival after former member Brian Owens stepped down. He was initially looking to fill a programming role when he joined the all-volunteer organization, but he eventually took on the directorial role and his helped to shape its current vision. This festival will feature filmmakers from more than 50 countries. “This year’s entire lineup is absolutely amazing,” he said. “There are awe-inspiring documentaries that will shake you to the core and lighthearted romantic comedies. Because we don’t have a niche audience that we speak to, there’s a theme that organically comes from the movies being made. This year’s theme is ‘coming of age.’” Mince said that the one of the festival’s main draws is the ability to see rare films that won’t be publicly available for months or even years. “These are films that will never pass through Indy theatrically,” he said. “Arthouse films, with the dynamic of distribution, will fly under the radar. It’s a really neat way to see these movies with like-minded individuals, and a fun opportunity to interact with the filmmakers. A big chunk of the filmmakers that made these films come to Indy to see the audience’s reaction.” The Indy Film Fest recently achieved its Kickstarter fundraising goal of $8,000, which helps to create even more opportunities for fans and creators to rub elbows by funding hotel rooms for the filmmakers. The festival runs July 17 through 26. For more information, visit www.indyfilmfest.org.

Five must-see films at Indianapolis International Film Festival Commentary by Christopher Lloyd

“I, Origins” – The festival’s opening night film is a mind-tripping doozy from writer/director Mike Cahill, who made “Another Earth” a few years back. Michael Pitt plays a molecular biologist who thinks he’s found the answer to the mysteries of the cosmos in his lover’s eyes. Think “Inception” meets “The Tree of Life.” (July 17) “Life After Beth” – The end of the festival offers a stark contrast to the beginning: the closing night film is a zombie romantic comedy featuring rising stars Dane DeHaan (“Chronicle”) and Aubrey Plaza (“Parks and Recreation”). Teenage romance blooms until Beth dies tragically … but then, miraculously, she comes back! And this time not only is she hungry for love, but also human flesh. Co-starring John C. Reilly and Anna Kendrick. (July 26) “Bluebird” – This bleak, mournful drama set in frigid Maine features Amy Morton as a school bus driver who makes a terrible mistake that imperils the life of a small boy and the stability of her entire family. Reminiscent of “Winter’s Bone.” The powerhouse cast includes John Slattery (“Mad Men”), Margo Martindale (“August: Osage County”), Adam Driver (“Girls”), Louisa Krause and Emily Meade. (July 24 and 26) “Tu Seras un Homme (You’ll Be a Man)” – A tender coming-ofage dramedy, this French film examines the growing friendship between a shy 10-year-old boy and the troublemaker 20-year-old who walks into his life and nudges him out of his shell. Heartwarming, funny and off-beat. (July 20 and 25) “Point and Shoot” – This fascinating documentary follows the harrowing real-life adventures of filmmaker/journalist Matthew VanDyke, who decided to go on a post-grad school motorcycle jaunt through the Arab countries for “a crash course in manhood.” Instead, he found himself a front-lines combatant in the Libyan revolution of 2011. Eventually he is captured and held in solitary confinement for six months. (July 21 and 26)

Christopher Lloyd is a Carmel-based award-winning film critic with a bachelor’s degree in cinema from New York University and a master’s from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.

THIS WEEK Free movie screening – Come watch “The Monuments Men,” starring George Clooney in a true story about a WWII platoon CARMEL tasked by U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt with recovering art stolen by the Nazis. Also starring Matt Damon, Bill Murray, Cate Blanchett and John Goodman, this free program is designed for adults and an adult must accompany any child younger than 14. This film is rated PG-13 and will be screened in the Carmel Clay Public Library Program Room at 6:30 p.m. July 18. Tickets are required and available at the Audiovisual Desk. For more information, call 814-3900. Marsh Symphony on the Prairie – On July 18 and 19 the Indianapolis will perform “Classic FM: Radio Hits of the Decades” at FISHERS Connor Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd. Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly and the ISO will take audiences on a musical journey through four decades of hits up and down the FM dial – from Elton John and Billy Joel to Aretha Franklin, Chicago, Adele and more. Cost is $24 for adults and $12 for children. For more information, call 639-4300 or visit www. indianapolissymphony.org. NPA Picnic in the Park. From 4 to 7 p.m. July 19, the Noblesville Preservation Alliance will host a Picnic in the Park at SemiNOBLESVILLE nary Park on South 10th Street. NPA will provide hot dogs, buns and condiments. Attendees are encouraged to bring side food items like chips, cookies or potato salad, a blanket or chairs, napkins, paper plates, and the drink of their choice. Admission is free but guests are asked to RSVP. For more information, call 426-1672 or visit www. noblesvillepreservation.com. My Yellow Rickshaw – The 2014 concert series season at Cool Creek Park, 2000 East 151st St., ends July 18 with the pop WESTFIELD rock, bluegrass and R&B cover band. My Yellow Rickshaw will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. and gates open at 6 p.m. Cost is $5 and children 12 and younger have no admission fee. For more information, visit www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com. ‘All Class’ reunion – Zionsville Alumni Association’s “All Class” Reunion will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight July 19 at zionsVILLE the Palomino Ballroom, 481 S. County Road 1200 East, Zionsville. The event is open to ages 21 and up. There will be an antique, classic and muscle car exhibit at the reunion. Reunion tickets will be sold at the door or may be purchased online at zaareunion.eventbrite.com.

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Ride the Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad Your road to family fun in central Indiana Saturday & Sunday afternoons Ride the Hoosierland to shop, to lunch, to museums and galleries or, ride just for fun! Reservations not necessary.

Saturday Evenings Enjoy the magic of a summer journey through the countryside aboard the popular Blue Arrow. Stop off to take in live music or dine in one of the charming small towns along the way. Reservations recommended.

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2014 HAMILTON COUNTY 4-H FAIR THURSDAY, JULY 17 4-H Bucket Calf/Dairy Show 9 a.m. Kitchen Invention Showdown 10 a.m. 4-H Pygmy Goat Show 1 p.m. 4-H Horse & Pony English Show 2 p.m. 4-H Clogging Exhibition 7 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 18 4-H Rabbit Show 8:30 a.m. 4-H Horse & Pony Western Show 10 a.m. Extension Homemakers’ Flower Show 10 a.m. Walk-A-Llama (open to public) 1 p.m. & 8 p.m. Indiana Blood Center Blood Drive 3-7 p.m. 4-H Goat Show 3 p.m. 4-H Dog Drill Team Demonstration 6 p.m. Cooke and Belle Concert 7 p.m. 4-H Fashion Revue 7 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 19 4-H Swine Show 8 a.m. 4-H Llama Showmanship 8:30 a.m. Puppet Show 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. Antique Tractor Pull 1 p.m. Ice Cream Contest 6 p.m. Rusty Bladen Concert 6:30 p.m. & 8:15 p.m. Youth Swine Exhibition 7 p.m. SUNDAY, JULY 20 Worship Service 10 a.m. 4-H Sheep Show 10 a.m. Extension Homemakers’ Craft Show 12 p.m. Walk-A-Llama (open to public) 1 p.m. Jeremy Morris & Harvest Road Band 2 p.m. Champion Food Auction 5 p.m. Pet Parade 6 p.m. Demolition Derby 6 p.m. Farmer Olympics 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, JULY 21 4-H Beef Show 9 a.m. Color Me Green Fun Run 11:30 a.m. Youth Talent Contest 2 p.m. Royal Showmanship 3 p.m. Supreme Showmanship 7 p.m. Street Dance 8 p.m. TUESDAY, JULY 22 Livestock Auction 5:30 p.m.

Beef & Boards Presents: ‘A Mighty Fortress is our Basement’ • This fun musical comedy is the latest production from the Church Basement Ladies series. Both heartwarming and funny, this story set in the 1960’s tells of ladies’ preparations for church events, a food booth at a county fair and more. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Today at 1 p.m.; July 17 at 1 and 8 p.m.; July 18 and 19 at 8 p.m.; July 20 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $38.50.• 8729664 • www.beefandboards.com

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Lincoln Park Concert Series • Spend the evening at Lincoln Park in Zionsville and listen to live music every Wednesday evening in June and July. Tonight’s performance is Bluegrass on the Grass featuring Cornfield and Crossroads. Seating is limited; food will be for sale and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and/or chairs. • Corner of First and Oak Streets, Zionsville • Tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Free • 873-3836 Aperture Stop: A Photographic Exhibit and First Friday Open House at Nickel Plate Arts • Visit the Nickel Plate Arts exhibit space to view talented, local photographers’ works. • Today from noon to 5 p.m.; July 18 from noon to 5 p.m.; July 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • 452-3690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

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Walled Gardens in Miniature • Visit this unique museum and browse the miniature walled gardens exhibits. All ages are welcome and displays include a Southwestern Garden, a Southern Lady Garden and a Fantasy Garden. • 111 E. Main St., Carmel• Today from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; July 18 and 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; July 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. • Adult admission $5, children $3. • 575-9466 • www.museumofminiatures.org Hamilton County 4-H Fair • Head down to the fairgrounds and visit this fun family event to enjoy animals, food, 4-H exhibits, a talent show, dancing and more. • 2003 E. Pleasant St., Noblesville • Today from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and every day through July 22. • Free admission and free parking. Noblesville Summer Concert Series • Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department offers free summer concerts through July at Forest Park. Tonight’s show features Jordan Carter. • Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. • 776-6350 • Free • 701 Cicero Rd., Noblesville • www.cityofnoblesville.org Clay Terrace Summer Concert Series • Enjoy a summer night out while listening to live music from local bands. Pizza will be available for purchase from Tony Sacco’s. Tonight’s performance is by My Yellow Rickshaw. • Grassy Knoll behind Kona Grill at Clay Terrace • Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. • Free • 818-0725 • www.clayterrace.com Easel Into Summer Exhibit • Check out the latest exhibit from the Hamilton County Artist Association; it’s a great opportunity to view local and unique art and take advantage of the great gift shop. • 195 South Fifth St., Noblesville • Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.• Free • 773-5197 • www.hcaa-in.org

Friday

The Amp After Dark at Nickel Plate Amphitheater • The After Dark series is back in Fishers; all summer long adults are welcome to listen to great music and dance under the stars. Tonight’s performance is from Torn. • Downtown Fishers • Tonight from 9 to 11 p.m. • Free • 595-3150 • www.fishers. in.us/parks

Carmel Community Players Present: “I Married an Angel” • This fun show tells the story of Willie who recklessly marries and angel and then has to put up with the angel’s growing awareness of the real world. • 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd. Ste 140, Carmel• Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; July 19 at 7:30 p.m.; July 20 at 2:30 p.m. • Adult tickets $17, Seniors and Students are $15. • 815-9387 • www.carmelplayers.org Cool Creek Concert Series • Cool Creek Park presents an outdoor concert featuring My Yellow Rickshaw. Gates open at 6, music starts at 7 and this family friendly event is a great way to experience live entertainment outdoors. • Tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. • $5 for adults, kids 12 and under are free. • 2000 E. 151st St., Carmel • 770-4400• www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com Carmel Farmer’s Market • One of Indiana’s largest farmer’s markets, Carmel’s event features over 60 vendors that sell only Indiana-grown and/or produced edible products. Fun for the whole family, this farmer’s market includes cooking demonstrations, music and free parking. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Today from 8 – 11:30 a.m. • Free admission • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com

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Saxony Market • Find fresh produce from local artisans along with prepared food, kids activities and more. • 13578 E. 131st. St., Fishers. • Today from 8 a.m. to noon. • Free • 770-1818 • www.saxonyindiana.com Fishers Farmers Market • Visit a variety of vendors at the Fishers Market located at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater behind Fishers Town Hall. Items for sale include fresh fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, plants, many specialty food items and hot food selections. Entertainment from local musicians available most Saturdays. • 6 Municipal Drive, Fishers • Today from 8 – noon. • Free admission • 578-0700 • www.fisherschamber.com Noblesville Farmers Market • The Riverview Hospital overflow lot hosts Noblesville’s Farmers Market which includes fresh produce, bedding plants, fresh flowers, honey, baked treats and more. • SR 19 & 38 in Noblesville • Today from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Free admission • 776-0205 • www.noblesvillemainstreet.org Zionsville Farmers Market • Plants and flowers plus produce and baked goods are available for sale. • Corner of First and Hawthorne, Zionsville• Today from 8 to 11 a.m. • Free admission • 873-3836 • www.zionsvillechamber.org Nickel Plate Players Present: “Beehive” •The Nickel Plate Amphitheater is the place to be for a fun, free show from the Nickel Plate Players.• Downtown Fishers • Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m.• Free. Marsh Symphony on the Prairie: Classic FM: Radio Hits of the Decades • Conner Prairie’s outdoor amphitheater plays host to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as they perform a variety of radio favorites.• 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight at 8 p.m. • Tickets start at $24; see the ISO website or buy tickets at participating Marsh supermarkets. • 639-4300 • www.indianapolisymphonyorchestra.org Art of Wine • Carmel Arts & Design District presents outdoor wine tastings in downtown Carmel. Adults over 21 are invited to enjoy unlimited wine tastings from participating wineries. • Main St. and Rangeline Rd. in Carmel • 5 to 10 p.m. • Free • 571-

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The lesser-known musical “I Married an Angel” is coming to Carmel thanks to the Carmel Community Players, who hope to theatre wow audiences with their unique performance. The play’s producer Vince Accetturo said he believes it’s a hidden gem of musical theatre. “It’s an old musical that’s not done very often. It’s a very witty, fun show,” Accetturo said. Accetturo will be playing the part of Peter Mueller, the quirky sidekick of the lead male character Willie Perrin. Peter is often known for wearing bad toupees. The play begins with main character Willie breaking off an affair he has been having and swearing that he will not marry anyone unless she is an angel. He is surprised when at that moment an actual angel appears. Willie, who marries the angel, often becomes embarrassed by her abnormal ways including her inability to fib. Once the angel meets tavern owner Valarie Vincent she is introduced to how the real world works. Characters will be dressed in late 1930s era costumes and classic formal wear. In this performance tap, soft shoe and clas-

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Ronda, a picturesque city in southern Spain, was once famous as the home of the first person to attempt to fly. Ronda is famous today as the home of the family that Travel invented modern bullfighting. Ronda, founded by Romans in the third century B.C., sits on a plateau split by a nearly 400 feet deep canyon carved by the Guadalevin River. When Muslims from North Africa conquered southern Spain in 711 A.D., Ronda became an important center of Islamic culture and learning. Abbas Ibn Firnas, one of the great polymaths of Islam’s Golden Age, was born in Ronda in 810. Among his inventions were corrective lenses, a method for cutting rock crystal, a water clock and a metronome to time his music. At age 65, he strapped feather-covered wings on his back and flew from a Cordoba mountain to a jarring, but otherwise safe, landing below. Protected by its strategic location, Ronda was not captured by Christian forces of the Reconquista until 1485. Its illustrious Islamic past was then forgotten as Muslims were driven from Spain. Modern Ronda visitors are not told about Abbas Ibn Firnas, but instead learn of Pedro

Romero, a Ronda bullfighter who popularized his grandfather’s novel idea of fighting bulls on foot using a gracefully maneuvered cape to conceal a sword for dispatching the bulls. Bullfighters previously killed from horseback, reflecting the hunting games from which bullfighting was apparently derived. Every September, the rich and famous come to Ronda for a week-long festival honoring Pedro Romero, who killed 5,600 bulls, and Francisco de la Goya, who painted bullfighters and designed Romero’s colorful outfits. Ronda’s 18th-century bullring, flanked by a statue of a bull poised to charge, now includes a museum of bullfighting. Nearby restaurants feature bull’s tail, an acquired taste. For his bullfighting exploits, Pedro Romero is honored by a statue in a Ronda park. For his frequent visits to Ronda’s bullfights, Orson Welles is honored in a Ronda street name. For being the first man to fly, Abbas Ibn Firnas, forgotten in Ronda, is honored with his name on a crater on the moon. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel. com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com.

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Planning a home remodel can sometimes be an overwhelming process. With all of the potential upgrades to consider, it’s no wonder that the costs indoors can seem like they add up quickly. But it’s important to remember that a redesign project can be as extensive as you make it. With careful planning, you can transform your kitchen or bathroom, even if you are following a strict budget. For the savvy shopper who is determined to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom space on a budget, here are a few tips that can help you make a change without breaking the bank. Appliances and fixtures: Old appliances can really date the look of your kitchen. Despite the popular myth, all of your appliances don’t have to necessarily match. You can update one appliance at a time, provided that you find a model that coordinates somehow with the others. Often matching the handles is the easiest way to add continuity between different appliances. If stainless steel is out of your price range, you can often find black or white colored appliances for much cheaper. Additionally, new sink fixtures can make a world of difference. Update your faucets or sink basins for a high impact update in either the kitchen or the bathroom. Resurface the cabinetry: Cabinetry endures quite a bit of wear and tear over the years, especially in the kitchen or bathroom. The fluctuating temperatures, moisture and leftover messes can cause damage that washing and resurfacing the cabinets could easily repair. You could try to cut costs by resurfacing the cabinets yourself, or consult a professional to help you complete the work. You

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Street art? 27. Sound of relief 31. Like 86th St., to Fountain Square 33. Barely make, with “out” 35. Some advanced degs. at ISU 36. “___ there, done that” 37. Copier need 39. Before: Prefix 40. Klipsch Music Center performers (Aug. 10) known for “Keep On Loving You” (2 wds.) 44. Once around the Westfield HS track 45. Dougherty Orchards fruits 46. Redbox rental: “___ Brockovich”

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71. Victory Field miscue 72. Gas additive 73. ZHS volleyball court divider 74. Indianapolis Opera songs for two Down 1. Mineo or Bando 2. Ind. online school with the tagline “Go Further” 3. Object of Indiana Jones’ first quest 4. Got ready to drive at Pebble Brook Golf Club 5. Congregation B’Nai Torah language 6. Indiana Golden Gloves victories 7. Open-mouthed 8. Hither’s partner 9. Face-to-face exam at DePauw 10. It’s called parotitis at IU Health 11. “Much ___ About Nothing” 12. That girl 13. “___ you kidding?” 18. Indiana Downs horse color 21. Out of kilter 22. Quiznos hero 23. Perform surgery at St. Vincent Hospital 24. Indianapolis Temple feature 26. Does Chase Bank work 28. Foreign products 29. Parsley, often 30. Fishers high school, initially 32. “Double Fantasy” collaborator at Indy CD & Vinyl 34. Indianapolis Indians pitching stat 37. Make frizzy at Salon01

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